HomeMy WebLinkAbout14-25 Resolution No. 14-25
RESOLUTION
APPROVING CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT RECIPIENTS
WHEREAS, the Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program has been established to
provide financial assistance for arts programming; and
WHEREAS, in 2014 applications have been made for fourteen projects under the
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, said applications have been reviewed and recipients selected by the City
Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS, that grant assistance be provided under the Cultural Arts Commission
Grant Program to the following organizations:
The following projects are recommended for funding by the Cultural Arts Commission:
Organization Event Amount
Ballet Folklorico Huehuecoyotl September Dance Performance $ 6,611
Children's Theatre of Elgin Evolution of Entertainment- June $ 6,139
Concert/Performance
Elgin Historical Society Black History documentary $ 6,747
Elgin Children's Chorus Sonnets, Strains and Serenades, March 9 $ 5,289
Concert
Elgin Choral Union Beethoven and Mozart, May Concert $ 5,100
Latino Film Festival Film Festival- September $ 5,100
Elgin Theatre Company Theatrical Production- All Shook Up- $ 2,133
September
Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra Star Cross'd Concert, May 4 $ 6,611
Hamilton Wings SCORE! Program and Musical $ 6,611
Performance
Heartland Voices A Choral Celebration- April 11-13 $ 6,422
Independent Players Two Theatrical Productions- February $ 3,734
and October
Janus Theatre Shakespeare on the Run $ 5,398
Side Street Studio Arts Elgin Ties Dance $ 2,460
TOTAL $68,355
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the projects shall be in conformance with all
applicable codes and ordinances.
s/David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: February 26, 2014
Adopted: February 26, 2014
Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 1
Attest:
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT,
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of ��Ct -€.. .-y ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois,a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Janus Theatre,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the
State of Illinois(hereinafter referred to as the"Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled"(Janus Theatre) -
Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit A
(such services, including terms, conditions, dates and times, are hereinafter referred to as the
"Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof,if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Five Thousand Three Hundred Ninety Eight Dollars
($5,398.00). Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30,2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment,capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45)days of completion of the Subject Services,but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as maybe requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five(45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31,2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement:"Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee,by reason of any default, fails,within
fifteen(15)days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance,to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails,within fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims,in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age,race, color, creed,national origin,marital status,of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification, and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following:employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof.
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E,et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum,the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Janus Theatre
150 Dexter Court 4068 Conifer Drive
Elgin,IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60124
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley,Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin,IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE: ��
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I EXHIBIT A
Janus Theatre will produce"Shakespeare on the Run",a full length adult production and
student show on Shakespeare. Twelve to sixteen performances will take place at various
locations throughout the downtown.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"), and Independent Players, a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the
laws of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled "(Independent
Players)- Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as
Exhibit A(such services,including terms,conditions,dates and times,are hereinafter referred to as
the "Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Three Thousand, Seven Hundred and Thirty Four Dollars
($3,734.00). Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records, reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five(45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31, 2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement:"Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance, to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims,in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age,race, color,creed, national origin,marital status, of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification, and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof, shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof.
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E, et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum, the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit, the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Independent Players
150 Dexter Court 208 Lovell Street
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60120
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE:
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By: ���'��1d By: !� -
Sean Stegall, City Mana Name/Print: r is
Title: 'r5t
Attest:
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City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Independent Players will produce two plays in 2014. "The Fragility of Modern Youth"will
be performed at the Elgin Art Showcase in March 2014 and "The Resiliency of the 21st
Century Female"will be performed in October of 2014 at the Elgin Art Showcase.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Heartland Voices,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of
the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled"(Heartland Voices)-
Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit A
(such services, including terms, conditions, dates and times, are hereinafter referred to as the
"Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Six Thousand, Four Hundred and Twenty Two Dollars
($6,422.00). Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five (45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31,2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement:"Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance, to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin,marital status, of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification, and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof.
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E, et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum, the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(1) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Heartland Voices
150 Dexter Court 400 Spring Cress Lane
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 West Chicago, I160185
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent maybe withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE:
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BY 41/4/1 ;77•iE t.17 ► ;
Sean Stegall, City Man r Name/Pr nt: ■ # _ • v .
Title: %Liv 4q-t
Attest:
City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
Heartland Voices will produce "A Choral Celebration", celebrating their 15th season. A
Choral Celebration will take place in partnership with the Northern Illinois Food Bank on
April 11-13, 2014 at the First United Methodist Church in Elgin.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Hamilton Wings,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of
the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled"(Hamilton Wings)-
Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit A
(such services, including terms, conditions, dates and times, are hereinafter referred to as the
"Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City, Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Six Thousand, Six Hundred and Eleven Dollars($6,611.00).
Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five (45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31,2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement: "Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails,within
fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance,to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age, race, color, creed,national origin, marital status, of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification, and this requirement shall apply to, but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof.
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E, et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum, the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(1) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Hamilton Wings
150 Dexter Court 14 Crescent Street
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60123
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation G NTEE:
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EXHIBIT A
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY GRANTEE
Hamilton Wings will produce their student driven opera through their SCORE! program.
This musical performance will be take place at the Blizzard Theater.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26tlday of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Side Street Studio Arts,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the
laws of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled"(Side Street Studio
Arts) - Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement," attached hereto and made a part hereof as
Exhibit A(such services,including terms,conditions,dates and times,are hereinafter referred to as
the "Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Two Thousand,Four Hundred and Sixty Dollars($2,460.00).
Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five (45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31,2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement:"Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance,to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age,race, color, creed, national origin,marital status,of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification, and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof.
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E, et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum,the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Side Street Studio Arts
150 Dexter Court 15 Ziegler Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60120
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
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CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE:
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EXHIBIT A
Side Street Studio Arts will produce the Elgin Ties Dance Festival to showcase the work of
local and national choreographers, dancers and artists to the public and local school
children. The festival will take place in April at the Elgin Arts Showcase.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing
under the laws of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled "(Elgin Youth
Symphony Orchestra)-Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a
part hereof as Exhibit A(such services,including terms,conditions,dates and times,are hereinafter
referred to as the "Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this
portion of this Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of
this Agreement shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and
knowledge necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and
workmanlike manner, and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this
Agreement and may not be modified, amended or altered except by a written amendment to this
Agreement agreed to and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City, Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Six Thousand, Six Hundred and Eleven Dollars ($6,611.00).
Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment,capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45)days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing,the Grantee shall also complete,maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five (45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31,2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement:"Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance, to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age,race, color, creed, national origin, marital status,of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification,and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation, termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified, discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E,et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum, the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration,completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra
150 Dexter Court Box 6508
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60121-6508
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE: g l r 1 Yo(.1-441.3. m 140,10 reheskr6_
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EXHIBIT A
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY GRANTEE
The Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra will present a concert on May 4,2014 entitled "Star
Cross'd". Grant monies will support rehearsal, guest coaching and performance costs
related to the spring concert.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26thday of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Elgin Theatre Company,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the
laws of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled "(Elgin Theatre
Company)-Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof
as Exhibit A(such services,including terms,conditions,dates and times,are hereinafter referred to
as the"Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
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care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Two Thousand, One Hundred and Thirty Three Dollars
($2,133.00). Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records, reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five (45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31, 2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement:"Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2013,unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15)days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance,to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age,race, color, creed, national origin,marital status, of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification, and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof.
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E,et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum, the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Elgin Theatre Company
150 Dexter Court P.O. Box 208
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60121
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
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EXHIBIT A
The Elgin Theatre Company will present a production of All Shook Up, a musical inspired
by the songs of Elvis Presley. The production will take place at Elgin Academy in
September of 2014.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Latino Film Festival,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws
of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled "(Latino Film
Festival)-Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as
Exhibit A(such services,including terms,conditions,dates and times,are hereinafter referred to as
the"Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Five Thousand, One Hundred Dollars ($5,100.00). Such
payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15,2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records, reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five (45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31,2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement: "Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014,unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance, to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen (15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age, race, color, creed,national origin,marital status, of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification,and this requirement shall apply to, but not be limited to, the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified, discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E,et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum,the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin International Latino Cultural Center
150 Dexter Court 2350 Nantucket Lane
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60123
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE:
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EXHIBIT A
The International Latino Cultural Center will bring films from the Latino Film Festival,
the largest and oldest film festival in the United States,to Elgin for a Latino Film Festival
in Elgin. The event will partner with Columbia Hoy and local students from the Beacon
Academy.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Elgin Choral Union,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws
of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled"(Elgin Choral Union)
-Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit A
(such services, including terms, conditions, dates and times, are hereinafter referred to as the
"Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Five Thousand, One Hundred Dollars ($5,100.00). Such
payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15,2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five (45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31, 2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement: "Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15)days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance,to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age, race, color, creed,national origin,marital status,of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification, and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E,et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum,the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(1) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Elgin Choral Union
150 Dexter Court 1700 Spartan Drive#H104
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60123
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE:
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EXHIBIT A
The Elgin Choral Union will conduct a concert on May 9,2014 featuring"Beethoven and
Mozart: Music of the Masters", partnering with ESO.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Elgin Children's Chorus,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the
laws of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled"(Elgin Children's
Chorus)-Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as
Exhibit A(such services,including terms,conditions,dates and times,are hereinafter referred to as
the "Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Five Thousand, Two Hundred and Eighty Nine Dollars
($5,289.00). Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing,the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City,or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five(45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31,2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement:"Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15)days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance, to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin,marital status, of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification,and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof.
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E, et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum, the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request (775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Elgin Children's Chorus
150 Dexter Court 1700 Spartan Drive
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60123
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2) years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE:
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EXHIBIT A
The Elgin Childrens Chorus will conduct a concert, Sonnets, Strains and Serenades,on
March 9,2014 at the Elgin Community College Arts Center. The concert will include all
ensembles of the Chorus as well as the Boys' Power Sing Workshop participants. The
collaboration will help mentor area youth from low-moderate income families and diverse
ethnicities to participate.
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EXHIBIT A
The Elgin Children's Chorus will conduct a concert,Harmonies and Melodies, on May 18,
2014 at the Elgin Community College Arts Center. The concert will include all ensembles of
the Chorus as well as the Boy's Power Sing Workshop participants. The collaboration will
help mentor area youth from low-moderate income families and diverse ethnicities to
participate.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February , 2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Elgin Historical Society,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under the
laws of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled "(Elgin Historical
Society)-Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as
Exhibit A(such services,including terms,conditions,dates and times,are hereinafter referred to as
the"Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Six Thousand, Seven Hundred and Forty Seven Dollars
($6,747.00). Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements,construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City,or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five(45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31,2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement:"Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014,unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance,to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration,completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims,in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age,race, color, creed, national origin,marital status,of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification, and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation, termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E, et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum, the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Elgin Historical Society
150 Dexter Court 360 Park Street
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin,IL 60120
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation G TE �
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Sean Stegall, City Man r Name/Print: TO ecrv'ie
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EXHIBIT A
The Elgin Historical Society will produce the first ever fosteredesgtocumentary about
Elgin's African American Heritage, complete with oral history interviews from people in
Elgin's Black community who can speak first-hand to what it was like to grow up in Elgin
in the years before the Civil Rights Act and Fair Housing Act. The project will be
completed in 2014 which is the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Bill passed in 1964.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February , 2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"), and Ballet Folklorico Huehuecoyotl, a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing
under the laws of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the"Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled"(Ballet Folldorico
Huehuecoyotl) - Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement," attached hereto and made a part
hereof as Exhibit A (such services, including terms, conditions, dates and times, are hereinafter
referred to as the "Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this
portion of this Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of
this Agreement shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and
knowledge necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and
workmanlike manner, and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this
Agreement and may not be modified, amended or altered except by a written amendment to this
Agreement agreed to and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City, Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Six Thousand, Six Hundred and Eleven Dollars ($6,611.00).
Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services,but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
• Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records, reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five (45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31,2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement:"Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails,within
fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance,to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification,and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation, termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof.
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E,et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum,the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Ballet Folklorico Huehuecoyotl
150 Dexter Court PO Box 5062
Elgin,IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60121
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE: aI
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Attest:
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EXHIBIT A
Ballet Folklorico Huehuecoytl will present a cultural performance showcasing over 60
students. The performance will take place at the Blizzard Theater on Saturday, September
27,2014.
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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 26th day of February ,2014,by
and between the CITY OF ELGIN, Illinois, a municipal corporation(hereinafter referred to as the
"City"),and Children's Theatre of Elgin,a not-for-profit corporation organized and existing under
the laws of the State of Illinois (hereinafter referred to as the "Grantee").
WHEREAS,the City has determined that it would serve a beneficial public purpose to enter
into an agreement with the Grantee to provide a grant to the Grantee in exchange for the Grantee to
provide certain contract services as described in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Grantee represents that it has the necessary expertise and experience to
furnish the Subject Services upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein,the sufficiency of which is hereby mutually acknowledged,the parties hereto hereby agree as
follows:
1. The Grantee shall provide all of the services described in and pursuant to the terms
and conditions and on the dates and times described in the document entitled"(Children's Theatre
of Elgin)-Scope of Services for 2014 Grant Agreement,"attached hereto and made a part hereof as
Exhibit A(such services,including terms,conditions,dates and times,are hereinafter referred to as
the "Subject Services"). In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this portion of this
Agreement and the provisions in Exhibit A hereto,the provisions of this portion of this Agreement
shall control. The Grantee represents and warrants that the Grantee has the skills and knowledge
necessary to conduct the Subject Services provided for in Exhibit A in a reasonable and workmanlike
manner,and that the Subject Services set forth in Exhibit A are integral parts of this Agreement and
may not be modified,amended or altered except by a written amendment to this Agreement agreed to
and executed by both parties hereto.
2. The Grantee shall address all inquiries and requests made pursuant to this Agreement
to the Assistant City Manager of the City or his designee.
3. In connection with any Subject Services to be performed on any property other than
City-owned properties,the Grantee warrants and agrees to maintain all facilities and equipment used
in the performing of the Subject Services in a clean,sanitary and safe condition and free from defects
of every kind whatsoever. Grantee agrees and warrants that the Grantee will periodically inspect,at
reasonable intervals and with a reasonable degree of thoroughness, all of such facilities and
equipment for such purposes. Grantee also warrants that the Grantee and the Grantee's facilities and
equipment used in the performing of the Subject Services are not now,nor shall be during the term
of this Agreement in violation of any health, building, fire or zoning code or regulation or other
applicable requirements of law. In connection with the Subject Services on properties owned or
controlled by the City,Grantee agrees and warrants to use,and to cause persons participating in the
Subject Services to use,through proper and reasonable supervision and control,all facilities with due
care, and to report all defects in or damage to any such facilities, and the cause thereof, if known,
immediately to the Assistant City Manager of the City.
4. The City shall provide a grant to the Grantee for the Subject Services under this
Agreement in the total amount of Six Thousand, One Hundred and Thirty Nine Dollars
($6,139.00). Such payment by the City to the Grantee shall be made on or before April 30, 2014.
5. Grantee shall comply with all of the requirements,terms and conditions of the City's
Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. All grant funds for the Subject Services shall be
expended by the Grantee between January 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014. All funds awarded
pursuant to this Agreement shall be expended in accordance with the terms and provisions of this
Agreement and of the City's Cultural Arts Commission Grant Program. The Grantee shall apply the
money to be paid by the City to the Grantee pursuant to the proceeding paragraph hereof solely to
fund the Subject Services identified in Exhibit A and no funds from the grant provided pursuant to
this Agreement shall be used by the Grantee for operating expenses or for any purchase of permanent
equipment, capital improvements, construction or for the payment of any previous year's deficit.
6. Prior to entry into this Agreement, the Grantee shall complete a Cultural Arts
Commission Grant Application in a form as required by the City. Following the completion of the
Subject Services the Grantee shall submit a final report in a form as required by the City within forty-
five (45) days of completion of the Subject Services, but no later than January 15, 2015. Without
limiting the foregoing, the Grantee shall also complete, maintain and submit to the Assistant City
Manager of the City, or his designee, any and all records,reports and forms relating to the Subject
Services in this Agreement as may be requested by the City,including but not limited to,as follows:
(a) The Grantee shall provide a budget to the City which shall reflect the
projected distribution of funds received from the City pursuant to this
Agreement during the term of this Agreement. The budget shall be
submitted to the Assistant City Manager of the City prior to any
payment by the City.
(b) The Grantee shall provide to the City all accounting records
substantiating any and all revenues and expenses relating to the grant
funds awarded pursuant to this Agreement. Such accounting records
shall be submitted by the Grantee to the City for review by the City's
Fiscal Services Department within forty-five (45) days following the
completion of the Subject Services. Accounting records shall include,
but not be limited to, bank statements, cancelled checks, invoices,
ticket sales,and such other documentation as determined by the City to
verify the performance of the Subject Services and/or grant related
receipts and disbursements.
7. In the event this Agreement is terminated, or in the event the Subject Services for
which the City funds provided herein are to be applied are discontinued, or the Grantee ceases its
operations prior to December 31, 2014,the Grantee shall refund to the City on a prorated per diem
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basis the funds paid hereunder for the portion of the year remaining after any such termination or for
the portion of the year the Subject Services were not conducted.
8. The City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission shall be recognized as
sponsors of the Grantee and shall receive the benefits of sponsorship consistent with the level of
support provided in this Agreement. At a minimum, the City's and the Elgin Cultural Arts
Commission's support shall be acknowledged on all print materials promoting the Grantee's
organization,press releases,radio advertising,web page information and event program(s)through
the following mandatory funding identification statement: "Funding for the organization is provided
in part through the City of Elgin and the Elgin Cultural Arts Commission." Three samples of this
acknowledgement shall be provided to the City. A logo provided by the City to the Grantee shall be
used for this purpose.
9. In all printed materials in which a City seal or logo is deemed appropriate, written
approval by the Public Information Officer of the City shall be required prior to printing.
10. The term of this Agreement shall commence from the date of the execution hereof
and continue through December 31, 2014, unless otherwise terminated as provided for herein.
11. This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership,joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto. The relationship of the Grantee
to the City arising out of this Agreement shall be that of an independent contractor. It is expressly
agreed and understood that the Grantee and the Grantee's officers, employees and agents are not
employees of the City and are not entitled to any benefits or insurance provided to employees of the
City.
12. If the Grantee violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or
breach shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the City shall have the right to seek such
administrative,contractual,legal or equitable remedies to which it may be entitled by law as a result
of such violation or breach; and, in addition, if the Grantee, by reason of any default, fails, within
fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the City demanding compliance, to comply with the terms
and conditions of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement. If the City violates or
breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach shall be deemed to constitute a
default, and in the event the City fails, within fifteen(15) days after notice thereof by the Grantee
demanding compliance, fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the
Grantee,as its sole and exclusive remedy,may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding anything
to the contrary in this Agreement or by implication or estoppel,with the sole exception of the money
the City has agreed to pay the Grantee pursuant to paragraph 4 hereof,no action shall be commenced
by the Grantee,any related agents,persons or entities,and/or any of their successors and/or assigns,
against the City for monetary damages. In the event any legal action is brought by the City for the
enforcement of any of the obligations of the Grantee in this Agreement and the City is the prevailing
party in such action,the City shall also be entitled to recover from the Grantee interest at the rate of
nine percent(9%)per annum,plus attorney's fees at the rate of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars($250.00)
per hour,which Grantee agrees to be reasonable. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any
expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
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13. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof,the City may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon thirty(30)days prior written notice to the Grantee. In the event this Agreement is so
terminated, the Grantee shall only be paid for services actually performed, and reimbursable
expenses actually incurred prior to termination,except that any such reimbursement shall not,in any
event, exceed the total amount set forth in paragraph 4 above. Additionally, in the event this
Agreement is so terminated,the Grantee shall immediately cease the expenditure of any funds paid
to the Grantee by the City and shall refund to the City any unearned or unexpended funds.
14. To the fullest extent permitted by law,Grantee agrees to indemnify,defend and hold
harmless the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards and commissions from and against any and
all claims,suits,judgments,costs,attorney's fees,damages or other relief,including,but not limited
to,workers' compensation claims, in any way resulting from or arising out of any negligent acts or
omissions of the Grantee in connection herewith,including any negligent acts or omissions of agents
of the Grantee arising out of the performance of this Agreement and/or the Subject Services. In the
event of any action against the City,its officers,employees,agents,boards or commissions covered
by the foregoing duty to indemnify,defend and hold harmless,such action shall be defended by legal
counsel of the City's choosing. The provisions of this section shall survive any expiration,
completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
15. The Grantee shall provide, pay for and maintain in effect, during the term of this
Agreement,comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering all owned,non-owned and hired
motor vehicles used in connection with the Subject Services with limits of not less than$500,000 per
occurrence for damages to persons or property. The Grantee shall also provide,pay for and maintain
in effect,during the term of this Agreement,worker's compensation insurance in amounts required
under the laws of the State of Illinois. At the request of the City the Grantee shall provide to the City
certificates of insurance regarding the insurance required in this paragraph.
16. No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the City shall be charged
personally or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
17. In all hiring or employment associated with, arising out of or resulting from this
Agreement, there shall be no discrimination against any independent contractor, employee or
applicant for employment because of sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin,marital status, of
the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap,unless based upon a bona fide occupational
qualification, and this requirement shall apply to,but not be limited to,the following: employment
advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for
training, including apprenticeship.
18. No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of
any services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of sex,
race,color,creed,national origin,age except minimum age and retirement provisions,marital status
or the presence of any sensory,mental or physical handicap. Any violation of this provision shall be
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considered a violation of a material provision of this Agreement and shall be grounds for
cancellation,termination or suspension, in whole or in part, of the Agreement by the City.
19. The terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be severable. If any paragraph,sub-
paragraph,phrase,clause or other provision of this Agreement,or any portion thereof,shall be held
to be void or otherwise unenforceable,all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect.
20. This Agreement and its exhibits constitutes the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by written
amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations or warranties
shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in a duly-executed
amendment hereof.
21. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in, and shall be construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane County,
Illinois.
22. The Grantee certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on a public contact as a
result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E, et seq., or any similar state or federal statute regarding bid
rigging.
23. As a condition of this contract, the Grantee shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include, at a minimum,the following information:
(a) the illegality of sexual harassment;
(b) the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
(c) a description of sexual harassment,utilizing examples;
(d) the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
(e) the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights, and the Illinois Human Rights
Commission;
(f) directions on how to contact the department and commission;
(g) protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies must be provided to the Department of Human Rights upon
request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
24. As a condition of this Agreement,the Grantee shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the Substance Abuse
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Prevention Public Works Act at 820 ILCS 265/1 et seq. A copy of such policy shall be provided to
the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry and execution of this Agreement.
25. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement the Grantee shall comply with
all applicable federal, state, city and other requirements of law including, but not limited to, any
applicable requirements regarding prevailing wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal
status of employees. Without limiting the foregoing, the Grantee hereby certifies, represents and
warrants to the City that all of Grantee's employees and/or agents who will be providing products,
and/or services with respect to this Agreement shall be legal residents of the United States. Grantee
shall also at its sole expense secure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees and give all
notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful prosecution of the work, and/or the products
and/or services to be provided pursuant to this Agreement. City shall have the right to audit any
records in the possession or control of the Grantee to determine the Grantee's compliance with the
provisions of this section or of law. In the event the City proceeds with such an audit,the Grantee
shall make available to the City the City's relevant records at no cost to the City. The Grantee shall
pay any and all costs associated with any such audit. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive
any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
26. All notices,reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing
and shall be mailed by First Class Mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
As to the City: As to Grantee:
City of Elgin Children's Theatre of Elgin
150 Dexter Court 1700 Spartan Drive
Elgin, IL 60120-5555 Elgin, IL 60123
Attention: Richard G. Kozal
Assistant City Manager
With a copy to:
William A. Cogley, Corporation Counsel
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, IL 60120-5555
27. This Agreement is, and shall be deemed and construed to be, a joint and collective
work product of the City and the Grantee and,as such,this Agreement shall not be construed against
the other party,as the otherwise purported drafter of same,by any court of competent jurisdiction in
order to resolve any inconsistency, ambiguity, vagueness or conflict, if any, of the terms and
provisions contained herein.
28. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties hereto and their respective successors
and permitted assigns. This Agreement and the obligations herein may not be assigned or delegated
by the Grantee without the express written consent of the City,which consent may be withheld at the
sole discretion of the City.
29. Grantee hereby waives any and all claims to interest on money claimed to be due
pursuant to this Agreement, and any and all such rights to interest to which it may otherwise be
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entitled pursuant to law, including, but not limited to, pursuant to the Local Government Prompt
Payment Act, as amended (50 ILCS 505/1, et seq.), or the Illinois Interest Act, as amended (815
ILCS 205/1, et seq.).
30. Grantee shall not be entitled to, and hereby waives, any and all rights that it might
have to file suit or bring any cause of action or claim for damages against the City and/or its
affiliates,officers,employees,agents,attorneys,boards and commissions of whatsoever nature and
in whatsoever forum after two (2)years from the date of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the undersigned have entered into executed this agreement on the
date and year first written above.
CITY OF ELGIN, a municipal corporation GRANTEE:
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EXHIBIT A
The Children's Theatre of Elgin will produce an original song-and-dance revue
production, entitled "Evolution of Entertainment"with six performances at the Elgin
Community College Arts Center Blizzard Theatre on June 20-29,2014.
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